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Visual DesignerSpecificMedia

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DescriptionMyspace, LLC is a leading social entertainment destination powered by the passions of fans. Aimed at a Gen Y audience, Myspace drives social interaction by providing a highly personalized experience around entertainment and connecting people to the music, celebrities, TV, movies, and games that they love. These entertainment experiences are available through multiple platforms, including online, mobile devices, and offline events.

Myspace is also the home of Myspace Music, which offers an ever-growing catalog of freely stream able audio and video content to users and provides major, independent, and unsigned artists alike with the tools to reach new audiences. The company is headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA and is a subsidiary of Specific Media.

SUMMARY:

The Visual Designer will work with members of other departments in the delivery of quality scalable visual solutions that support a successful user experience and exceed Myspace business goals. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. Applicants must have substantial experience creating or redesigning scalable visual systems for consumer websites based on user experience methodologies. This position is for a mid/senior level in house Visual Designer.

RequirementsRESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead visual design of products from idea to concept to completion

Rapidly produce and iterate upon multiple visual concepts across several mediums.

Take direction and execute under strict deadlines

A team player who will work collaboratively; take direction and incorporate feedback to ensure standards of excellence are met.

Guide and mentor junior designers.

Research and discover new design trends and technologies.

Maintain a high standard of work; attention to detail, form and story.

Take broad, conceptual ideas and turn them into something useful and valuable for our users.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

3-5+ years experience

Strong portfolio featuring examples of design work relating to web and mobile products.

Proven ability to execute on visual details.

Ability to take ownership of projects and solve problems.

Strong understanding of typography and design in mobile, tablet and web mediums.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Should be able to clearly articulate all design decisions.

Great attitude, high energy and ability to juggle multiple priorities; must be able to adapt quickly in a rapidly changing, fast paced environment.

Fluent in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

BFA degree in graphic design preferred

Experience with interaction design (wireframing) a plus

Candidate must be able to work from the designated office location each day.

Our team is hard-working, dedicated and fun. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k)